This complete Forensic M.E. Protocol Case 8 walkthrough provides the exact step-by-step solution to achieve an S-Rank and unlock the "Perfect Crime" achievement. The key is to find all five pieces of critical evidence, which requires solving both the office terminal password and the hidden safe combination. This case, titled "Public Bathrooms," is a test of pure observation and deduction, moving beyond simple evidence collection into puzzle-solving.
The victim is Boris, found in his office. Your primary goal is to prove that his apparent suicide was, in fact, a meticulously planned murder. This requires linking a specific poison to a hidden syringe and an altered medical file.
Initial Crime Scene Investigation
Your first steps inside Boris's office should be methodical. Before interacting with any major puzzles, you must process the immediate scene around the body and the main desk area. Contaminating the scene by interacting with items out of order can compromise your final score.
Analyzing Boris's Body
Start with the victim. Approach Boris's body and use your scanner to perform the initial analysis. The key findings here are the visible signs of a heart attack, which is the initial, misleading cause of death. Photograph the body from multiple angles and be sure to log the official time of death noted by your equipment. This establishes the baseline for your investigation: a seemingly natural death.
The Office Desk and Terminal
Move to the desk. There are three interactive items here that you need to process before attempting to access the terminal:
- The Note: A handwritten note is on the desk. Photograph it and collect it as evidence. It contains clues that seem to support the suicide theory, but its wording is intentionally ambiguous.
- The Calendar: An open desk calendar is marked with a significant date. This is the first clue for the terminal password. Take a clear photograph.
- The Framed Photo: A photo of Boris with another individual provides the second clue for the terminal password—the initials of the people pictured. Photograph and log this as well.
Only after cataloging these three items should you interact with the office terminal. Attempting to access it will present you with a password-entry screen, which is your next major hurdle.
Solving the Terminal Password Puzzle
Accessing Boris's computer is non-negotiable for achieving an S-Rank. The terminal contains the victim's medical records and the toxicology report, which are essential for uncovering the truth. The password is a combination of three clues found around the office.
Infographic: The three clues for the terminal password in Case 8.
Finding the Password Clues
The password is a combination of letters and numbers derived from three specific objects in the room. You have likely already found two of them.
- Clue 1 (Numbers): The desk calendar is circled on the year 1987. This four-digit number is the first part of the password.
- Clue 2 (Letters): The framed photograph on the desk shows Boris and his partner, whose initials are B.K. These two letters form the second part of the password.
- Clue 3 (Symbol/Word): Look for a small, heart-shaped locket hanging from the desk lamp. Interact with it to get a close-up view. The word inscribed on it is "LOVE". This is the final piece.
Entering the Correct Password
With all three clues, you can now access the terminal. The password must be entered exactly as follows, combining the elements in the order you discovered them: 1987BKLOVE.
Once inside, navigate to the documents folder. Download two critical files: the Toxicology Report, which will show an unknown substance in the victim's system, and the Altered Medical File, which shows his health records were recently modified to hide a pre-existing condition.
How to Open the Hidden Safe
The final pieces of evidence are locked away in a hidden safe. Finding and opening this safe is the last major puzzle in Case 8. The contents directly contradict the suicide narrative and point to a third party's involvement.
Locating the Safe
The safe is concealed behind a large painting on the wall to the left of the main desk. Interact with the painting to swing it aside, revealing a small, digital safe requiring a three-digit code. Do not attempt to guess the code; the clues are present in the room.
Finding the Three-Digit Code
The code is derived from numbers found on three separate items. Unlike the terminal password, these are simple digits you must find and place in the correct order.
- First Digit: On the bookshelf, there is a prominent blue book. Interact with it to turn it around. A sticky note on the back has the number 4 written on it.
- Second Digit: Check the wastebasket next to the desk. Among the crumpled papers is a receipt with the number 8 clearly visible.
- Third Digit: Look at the wall clock. One of the decorative elements on its frame is subtly shaped like the number 2.
The correct safe combination is 482. Enter this code to open the safe. Inside, you will find the final, damning piece of evidence: a Used Syringe. Photograph and collect it.
All Case 8 Evidence Locations (Checklist)
To achieve the "Perfect Crime" S-Rank, you must have collected all five key pieces of evidence. Cross-reference this list with your inventory before submitting your final report. Missing even one will result in a lower grade.
| Evidence Item | Location | Puzzle Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Handwritten Note | On the main office desk | None | Suggests suicide but is misleading. |
| 2. Toxicology Report | Downloaded from the office terminal | Terminal Password (1987BKLOVE) | Reveals an unidentified poison. |
| 3. Altered Medical File | Downloaded from the office terminal | Terminal Password (1987BKLOVE) | Shows medical history was tampered with. |
| 4. Used Syringe | Inside the hidden safe | Safe Combination (482) | The murder weapon. |
| 5. Victim's Locket | Hanging from the desk lamp | None | Key part of the terminal password puzzle. |
Comic Grid: The four final steps to solving the Forensic M.E. Protocol Case 8 walkthrough.
Reaching the Correct Conclusion
With all five pieces of evidence secured, you can now piece together the narrative and submit your conclusion. This is the final step of the investigation.
Assembling the Evidence
Return to your mobile lab and access the case file. You must link the evidence in the correct sequence to form a logical conclusion:
- Link the Altered Medical File with the Toxicology Report. This establishes that the victim's health was not as it seemed and that an external chemical agent was present.
- Link the Used Syringe from the safe to the Toxicology Report. This connects the murder weapon directly to the poison found in the victim's system.
- Finally, use the Handwritten Note as evidence of a staged scene, intended to mislead investigators by suggesting suicide.
Submitting the Final Report
When prompted to select the cause of death, you must choose Murder by Poisoning. Submitting this conclusion with all five supporting evidence items correctly linked will complete the case, award you an S-Rank, and unlock the "Perfect Crime" achievement/trophy. Any other conclusion or missing evidence will result in a lower score.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the terminal password in Case 8?
The terminal password is 1987BKLOVE. It is a combination of the year on the calendar (1987), the initials from the photo (B.K.), and the word on the locket (LOVE).
Where is the safe in Case 8 and what is the code?
The safe is hidden behind the large painting on the wall. The code is 482, derived from the number on the blue book (4), the receipt in the trash (8), and the clock (2).
How do you get the "Perfect Crime" achievement in Case 8? You must find all five key pieces of evidence (Note, Toxicology Report, Altered Medical File, Syringe, Locket) and correctly conclude that the cause of death was "Murder by Poisoning" in your final report to earn an S-Rank and the achievement.